Search results for "Medicare"
Herpes zoster vaccine safe and effective, but cost may hinder its use
Biomarkers may aid treatment decisions in DCIS
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/05/04/4.htm
4 May 2010
Internal medicine a ‘stepping stone’ to other careers
Internal medicine a ‘stepping stone’ to other careersType of antidepressant doesn't seem to affect suicide, suicide attempts in adults
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/05/11/1.htm
11 May 2010
CMS announces change to submission period for Medicare claims
New Doctor's Dilemma™ app for iPhone
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/05/18/6.htm
18 May 2010
Physician cost profiling systems frequently come to different results
CMS announces change to submission period for Medicare claimsCDC warns of Q fever in Iraq, NetherlandsFDA wants to know about ‘bad’ drug ads
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/05/18/5.htm
18 May 2010
Now begin the nuts and bolts of health care reform
The American College of Physicians begins an educational campaign to introduce health care reform to its members.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/06/washington.htm
1 Jun 2010
Quick tips for billing locum tenens doctors
Locum tenens doctors add flexibility and the ability to fulfill specific practice needs. Billing on their behalf requires modifiers and paying attention to a 60-day grace period when using National Provider Identifiers.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/06/tips.htm
1 Jun 2010
Using e-mail in practice is e-asy, but exercise care
E-mail can improve communication with patients##mdash;it's even reimbursable##mdash;but it's effective only if it's used properly. One physician discusses the do's and some very important don'ts.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/06/e-mail.htm
1 Jun 2010
DEA to ease burden, allow e-prescribing controlled substances
The Drug Enforcement Administration released an interim final rule outlining how doctors can begin to fulfill narcotic prescriptions electronically. ACP's practice management staff outline how physicians can begin the process.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/06/practice.htm
1 Jun 2010
Medicare soliciting states for new PCMH demonstration
Put words in our mouth
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/06/15/8.htm
15 Jun 2010
Hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance suboptimal in cirrhosis patients
Medicare soliciting states for new PCMH demonstrationPrimary care collaborative holds working group meeting
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/06/15/7.htm
15 Jun 2010